Diego Hills Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was equal to the California state average of 50%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (17-18)
1,152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
1%
Asian
(17-18)3%
11%
Hispanic
(17-18)61%
54%
Black
(17-18)12%
6%
White
(17-18)17%
24%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)7%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)35-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Diego Hills Charter?
The graduation rate of Diego Hills Charter is 35-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Diego Hills Charter?
1,152 students attend Diego Hills Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Diego Hills Charter students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Diego Hills Charter offer ?
Diego Hills Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Diego Hills Charter part of?
Diego Hills Charter is part of Dehesa Elementary School District.
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